England beat France 42-21 for a 28th successive Six Nations win, and a fifth straight title overall.
France 21-42 England ENGLAND COMPLETED A third straight Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam when they beat France in the closing game of the championship 42-21 in Bordeaux on Saturday.France, the last nation other than England to win the competition, went into the match also on four wins, trailing England by one bonus point.
England prop Maud Muir smashed over after four minutes, and No. 8 Alex Matthews trotted over after 11 minutes.The home team’s determination to run the ball cost them in the 24th minute. Emilie Boulard attempted to carry the ball out of her 22 and threw an interception to Abby Dow who scampered over. Last season at Twickenham, England led 33-0 at half time but ended up clinging to a five-point win after an inspired French fight back.
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